Join instructor Bonnie Koppelman for a fascinating exploration of our closest animal relatives—chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, and monkeys from across the globe. Sharing nearly 99% of our DNA with chimpanzees, these remarkable primates offer profound insight into human behavior, emotion, and social life. In this engaging course, you’ll discover their habits, communication, habitats, and the complex ways they interact with one another. With striking visuals, captivating stories, and the latest scientific research, Bonnie brings these intelligent creatures to life. Your journey will span Africa, Asia, South and Central America, and even Europe to encounter a surprising primate found there. Along the way, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for these species and why protecting them is essential to our shared future.

Bonnie Koppelman is a wildlife conservation advocate and founder of Chocolate for Elephants, dedicated to raising funds and awareness for elephant charities. A featured speaker before the Presidential Task Force on Wildlife Trafficking, she also lectures globally on Celebrity Cruises, sharing her passion for endangered species and animal behavior.